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Keep your home, cabin, or small farm running during outages with our Residential Standby Diesel Generators. At A Sunset Event, every model we sell is water-cooled—offering quieter operation, longer service life, and better performance than typical air-cooled units. We pair trusted platforms—Perkins, Cummins, Kubota, Yanmar, Isuzu—with rugged, weather-ready enclosures and homeowner-friendly controls. Best of all, our pricing beats big-brand markups, often costing less than air-cooled units while delivering premium standby power. Free freight in the 48 states, flat international logistics fee. Read On...






Features & Benefits of Our Residential Generators

Keep your home, cabin, or small farm running during outages with our residential standby generators. A Sunset Event pairs trusted engine platforms—Perkins, Cummins, Kubota, Yanmar, Isuzu—with quiet, weather-ready enclosures and homeowner-friendly controls. Every model we sell is water-cooled for durability, quieter operation, and long runtimes. Most homes are fully covered in the 20–60 kW range, with larger estates and off-grid properties supported by 80 kW+ configurations. Not sure which model is right for you? Request a Quote and we’ll size it for your property.

Featured: Residential Standby Generators - Diesel Powered

Start with our configurable residential template product, then submit an RFQ for your exact kW, phase, enclosure, and options.

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  • All Water-Cooled Architecture: Better heat management, lower noise, and longer service life than typical air-cooled units.
  • Market-Beating Value: Our water-cooled generators often cost less than many air-cooled options—and beat other water-cooled competitors, too.
  • Whole-Home Reliability: Power HVAC, well/sump pumps, refrigerators, freezers, lighting, and sensitive electronics.
  • Quiet, Weather-Ready: Sound-attenuated “silent” canopies; corrosion-resistant housings for year-round outdoor installs.
  • Smart Controls: Digital controllers with automatic transfer switch (ATS) compatibility and optional remote monitoring.
  • Fuel Efficiency: Diesel engines deliver long runtimes and low operating costs compared to gasoline alternatives.
  • Flexible Power: Single-phase or 3-phase at 120/240 (and other voltages upon request) to match your property’s panel.
  • Conversion Ready: On select engines, we can install natural gas or propane conversion kits.
  • Compliance Options: Emissions Tier 2/3/4 (Tier 4 preferred where required) to meet local regulations.
  • Free U.S. Shipping: Freight is included to the 48 continental states; international orders use a simple flat logistics fee.
  • RFQ Friendly: Every installation is unique—submit an RFQ to get a tailored configuration, lead time, and delivered price.

Types of Residential Generators We Offer

All types below are water-cooled for longevity, quiet performance, and extended runtimes. You can begin with our Residential Standby Generators - Diesel Powered product and customize via RFQ.

  • Entry Standby (7-15 kW): Suited for cabins, small homes, or essential loads such as refrigerators, well pumps, and lighting. Options include 7kW Yanmar silent, 12kW Perkins residential, and 15kW Kubota standby.
  • Standard Residential (20-30 kW): The sweet spot for most average homes, capable of powering HVAC and whole-home essentials. Popular builds include 20kW Kubota residential, 25kW Perkins standby, and 30kW Cummins home backup.
  • Mid-Range (40-60 kW): Perfect for larger residences, farms, or multi-building properties. Trusted models include 40kW Perkins silent, 50kW Cummins standby, and 60kW Yanmar residential.
  • Heavy-Duty (80 kW+): Designed for estates, large farms, and rural/off-grid applications requiring full coverage. Configurations include 80kW Yanmar silent, 100kW Isuzu standby, and higher capacities up to 150kW+.
  • Silent vs. Open-Frame: Most homeowners choose silent, sound-attenuated enclosures for neighborhood-friendly operation, while open-frame units are available for enclosed or remote installations.

Customize Your Residential Build

  • Phase/Voltage: Single-phase or 3-phase; 120/240 and more.
  • Emissions Tier: Tier 2, 3, or 4 (Tier 4 recommended where required).
  • Cold Weather Package: Block, intake, and coolant heaters for reliable winter starts.
  • Fuel Tanks: 105/130/150/300 gal options for longer runtimes.
  • ATS Sizing: External ATS from 200–800A (with/without controllers).
  • 3-Way Fuel Valve & External Fuel: For extended runs or integration with remote tanks.
  • Conversion Kits: Diesel-first, with optional natural gas or propane conversion kits for dual-fuel flexibility.
  • Remote Monitoring: Deep Sea/ComAp options (e.g., DSE890 MKII) for alerts and control.
  • Electricals: Breakers and socket packages sized to your specific loads.
  • Branding & Finish: Custom logo and Pantone powder-coat colors to match your property or enclosure.

Ideal Use Cases for Residential Generators

Built for homeowners and small property owners who want dependable, quiet backup power:

Whole-Home Backup

Automatic protection for HVAC, kitchen appliances, medical devices, and home offices.

Farm & Agricultural

Keep wells, barns, irrigation, and cold storage powered through storm seasons.

Rural & Off-Grid

High-efficiency water-cooled diesel systems with large tanks and heater packages for remote reliability—future-ready for hybrid/solar add-ons.

Based in Richmond, VA, A Sunset Event supplies residential water-cooled generators across North America—combining trusted Perkins, Cummins, Kubota, Yanmar, and Isuzu engines with pricing that often beats both air-cooled and water-cooled competitors. Free freight in the 48 states; flat international logistics fee.

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